Gorgeous English actress and model Elizabeth Hurley — better known simply as Liz Hurley — is widely recognized as one of the most beautiful, fashionable, and glamorous people alive today.
Although she rose to iconic prominence in the 1990s, Hurley, 60, entered the world of showbusiness in the late 1980s. Her first acting credit was in the 1987 British anthology movie “Aria.” That was soon followed by 1988 appearances in Spanish biographical film “Rowing with the Wind” and and British television series “Inspector Morse,” “Christabel,” and “Rumpole of the Bailey.”
Now, she is known best for appearing in movies like 1997’s spy comedy “Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery,” 2000’s fantasy rom-com “Bedazzled,” and, more recently, television series “The Royals” and “Runaways.”
Being as glamorous and famous as she is, Hurley has appeared on many a red carpet over the years. The attention-grabbing star is always the focal point for photographers. That means countless images have been captured of her.
In this piece, we’ll look at Hurley’s best and most beautiful red carpet photos ever.
THAT Safety Pin Dress
Simply put, this is one of the most iconic looks any star has ever had on a red carpet. At the premiere of “Four Weddings and a Funeral,” with Hugh Grant, in London, England, in 1994, Hurley wore a plunging black silk and lycra Versace gown with strategic cut-outs held by oversized gold safety pins.
Shimmering Silver
At the 67th Academy Awards in Hollywood, California, in 1995, Hurley wore another iconic outfit. It was a strappy, plunging, silver Versace gown that echoed the safety-pin dress. However, this one was fully covered in shimmering silver sequins.
The Mesh Dress
This ultra-sexy look was at the 1999 CFDA Fashion Awards in New York City. Hurley wore a lilac metal mesh Versace gown with a cowl neck and a thigh-high slit.
Scene-Stealer
Another Versace gown, Hurley wore this black, red, and partially see-through number at the premiere of “Notting Hill” in London, England, in 1998. The look cheekily stole the focus from the movie’s stars, including Julia Roberts.
The Lime Green Look
GettyHurley wore a bold and vibrant neon lime green Versace gown at the 2000 Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California, in 2000. This one also had a touch of sparkle and a very daring neckline.
Regal in Purple
GettyThis striking purple Versace gown was worn by Hurley for the “Chopard Party” at the 59th Cannes Film Festival in France in 2006. She looked like bona fide royalty (with a hint of siren, thanks to the thigh-high slit) while wearing it.
Pretty in Pink
GettyHurley looked absolutely gorgeous at the Hot Pink Gala in 2018. She wore a fabulous hot pink Badgley Mischka Gown. The event raised money for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Strapless Queen
GettyAt a charity gala performance of “The Band” in London, England, in 2018, Hurley wore a stunning strapless Atelier Versace gown in a light blush color. The event was in aid of the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
Absolute Goddess
GettyHurley wore a fully beaded Nedret Taciroglu golden gown at the Lincoln Center Corporate Fashion Gala in New York City in 2019. This look was teeming with high-impact sparkle and Old Hollywood drama.
Still a Golden Girl
GettyThis look was at the Elton John AIDS Foundation’s 32nd Annual Academy Awards Viewing Party in West Hollywood, California, in 2024. The dazzling, high-slit, floor-length metallic gold Zuhair Murad gown ensured Hurley remains a red carpet force.
Hurley hasn’t amassed any notable credits on our screens yet in 2026. Her most recent significant credit was in 2025 in reality series “The Inheritance.” She also has no notable upcoming projects to speak of.
We will, however, look forward to seeing her on our screens again soon. Moreover, we’re excited to see her looking fabulous stepping out onto more red carpets in the near future.
Liz Hurley’s filmography info was courtesy of IMDb.
